# Episode 12 - Dan Hatchew - 2KJigs - Giant Kansas Bucks Public Land - Fishing

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Podcast: [Lead and Limbs Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lead-and-limbs-podcast-7798894)
Published: 2026-05-07T18:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 4119

## Resource

The conversation delves into the early days of 2K Jigs, highlighting the challenges and perseverance of building a fishing tackle business. It explores the passion for fishing and entrepreneurship, as well as the journey of creating and growing a successful business in the fishing industry. The conversation delves into the challenges faced in the fishing industry, including the process of selling fishing jigs, competition, and industry changes. It then transitions to a discussion about regulations in bass fishing and deer hunting, highlighting the impact of regulations on hunting experiences. The conversation concludes with a focus on Michigan's deer population, the impact of state regulations, and the challenges faced by hunters in the region. The conversation delves into the experiences of hunting and scoring two giant bucks, highlighting the persistence and determination required for hunting success. It also explores the process of measuring and scoring hunting trophies, as well as the preference for bow hunting over gun hunting. Takeaways Passion for fishing and entrepreneurship The challenges and perseverance of building a fishing tackle business Fishing industry challenges Deer hunting regulations Hunting success through persistence Scoring and measuring hunting trophies Chapters 00:00 The Early Days of 2K Jigs 15:10 The Journey of Building a Business 23:31 The Fishing Industry Challenges 43:46 Michigan's Deer Population 57:40 The Second Trophy 01:07:38 Hunting Preferences

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